Acharya Prashant addresses the concern that awareness and self-determination are difficult to maintain in a world where external systems—educational, social, and corporate—constantly exert control. He explains that freedom is the inherent nature of every conscious being, yet people often find themselves enslaved by various systems. He argues that this slavery is not forced but is actually a trade; individuals give away their freedom in exchange for conveniences, security, and social rewards. He emphasizes that no one can be dominated without their own tacit consent, which is usually given because of a fear of losing something or a dependency on external validation.